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Department of Space
Union Minister Dr Jitendra says, ISRO through its commercial arms has successfully launched 177 foreign satellites belonging to 19 countries during the last five years
Forex generated through launching of these 177 foreign satellites from January 2018 to November 2022 is approximately 94 million USD and 46 million Euro
Creation of IN-SPACe as a single-window agency for the promotion and handholding of Non-Government Entities has resulted in a remarkable interest in the Start-up community, with 111 space-startups registered, as on date, on the IN-SPACe digital platform: Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State  Science & Technology; Minister of State  Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said, ISRO through its commercial arms has successfully launched 177 foreign satellites belonging to 19 countries during the last five years.
In a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Dr Jitendra Singh said, from January 2018 to November 2022, ISRO has successfully launched 177 foreign satellites belonging to countries like Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Finland, France, Israel, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Netherlands, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom and USA, on-board PSLV and GSLV-MkIII launchers under commercial agreement.
Dr Jitendra Singh informed that Forex generated through launching of these 177 foreign satellites from January 2018 to November 2022 is approximately 94 million USD and 46 million Euro.
On the subject of Space Reforms, Dr Jitendra Singh said, far-reaching reforms in the sector were announced in June 2020, with an intent to enhance participation of Non-Government Entities [NGEs] in the sector and bring in a commerce-oriented approach to space activities – all steps towards enhancing the nation’s share in the global space economy.
The result of these reforms was reflected with the heaviest commercial launch by India in the form of LVM3, carrying 36 Oneweb satellites and the recent suborbital launch by an Indian Private entity – M/s Skyroot Aerospace – which was the first such instance.
Moreover, the creation of IN-SPACe as a single-window agency for the promotion and handholding of Non-Government Entities in conducting end-to-end space activities has resulted in a remarkable interest in the Start-up community, with 111 space-startups registered, as on date, on the IN-SPACe digital platform.
Over the last five years, Government has taken several steps to strengthen space program and take it to greater heights. Significant progress has been made in the development and realization of space systems catering to earth observation, satellite communication and space science. Multiple successful flights of operational launch vehicles, along with development, realization and testing of major technology elements of future launch vehicles, was seen during this period.
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Ministry of Communications
Postal Services Dak Adalat to be held in Goa on 28.03.2023
Panaji | 3rd March 2023
The Postmaster General, Goa Region, Panaji 403001 will be organizing the 53rd Regional Level Dak Adalat on 28.03.2023 at 12:00 in the Office of Postmaster General, Goa Region, Panaji 403001. The Dak Adalat will address complaints and grievances related to Postal Services in the Goa Region, which have not been resolved within 6 weeks. Complaints relating to Mails, Speed Post, Counter Services, Savings Bank services, and non-payment of money orders will be considered.
Customers who wish to lodge a complaint regarding postal services in the Goa Region are requested to send their complaint in duplicate to U. Vijayakumar, Secretary, Dak Adalat & Assistant Director Postal Services-I, 0/o Postmaster General, Goa Region, Panaji 403001. The complaint should include details such as the date, name, and designation of the officers to whom the original complaint was addressed, on or before 15.03.2023.
For any further details or queries, interested persons may contact the Office of Postmaster General, Goa Region, Panaji 403001.
About Dak Adalat
Department of Posts acknowledges the crucial role that Postal Services play in the socio-economic life of the country, impacting the lives of every citizen. While the department strives to provide satisfactory services to its customers, communication gaps and service faults may occur, leading to grievances and complaints. Adalats are organized periodically to effectively address and redress such grievances and complaints.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s COVID19 Vaccination Coverage increases to 34.46 Cr
Less than 50,000 Daily New Cases reported for six continuous days
India's Active Caseload less than 5 lakhs after 97 days
Daily Positivity Rate  less than 5% for 26 consecutive days
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crossed the landmark of 34 crore yesterday. A total of 34,46,11,291 vaccine doses have been administered through 45,60,088 sessions, as per the provisional report till 7 am today. 43,99,298 vaccine doses were administered in the last 24 hours.
These include:
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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1,02,22,008
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2nd Dose
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72,87,445
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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1,75,60,592
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2nd Dose
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95,89,619
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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9,64,91,993
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2nd Dose
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23,80,048
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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8,98,65,131
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2nd Dose
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1,75,25,281
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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6,86,03,725
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2nd Dose
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2,50,85,449
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Total
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34,46,11,291
The new phase of universalization of COVID19 vaccination commenced from 21st June, 2021. The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID19 vaccination throughout the country.
India has reported 44,111 new cases in the last 24 hours.
Less than 50,000 Daily New Cases have been reported since six continuous days. This is a result of sustained and collaborative efforts by the Centre and the States/UTs.
India has also been witnessing a continuous fall in the active caseload. The country’s Active Caseload today stands at 4,95,533, less than 5 lakh after 97 days.
A net decline of 14,104 is witnessed in the last 24 hours and active cases are now only 1.62% of the country's total Positive Cases.
As more people are getting recovered from COVID-19 infection, India’s Daily Recoveries continue to outnumber the Daily New Cases for 51 consecutive days now. 57,477 recoveries were registered in the last 24 hours.
More than 13,000  recoveries were reported during the last 24 hours as compared to the daily new cases.
Out of the people infected since the beginning of the pandemic, 2,96,05,779 people have already recovered from COVID-19 and 57,477patients have recovered in the last 24 hours. This constitutes an overall recovery rate of 97.06%, which is showing a sustained increasing trend.
With substantially ramped up testing capacity across the country, a total of 18,76,036 tests were conducted in the last 24 hours in the country. Cumulatively, India has conducted over 41.64 crore  tests so far.
While on one side testing capacity has been enhanced across the country, a continued decline in weekly case positivity is noticed. Weekly Positivity Rate is currently at 2.50% while the Daily Positivity rate stands at 2.35% today. Daily Positivity rate has remained less than 5% for 26 consecutive days now.
Prime Minister's Office
PM addresses programme of Sree Seetharama Swamy Temple in Thrissur, Kerala
“Though India is visible in the symbols, it lives in its knowledge and thought. India lives in its quest for the eternal”
“Our temples and pilgrimages have been symbols of the values and prosperity of our society for centuries”
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, addressed a programme of Sree Seetharama Swamy Temple in Thrissur via video message, today. He greeted everyone on the auspicious occasion of Thrissur Pooram Festival.
The Prime Minister started by acknowledging Thrissur’s status as the cultural capital of Kerala where culture, tradition and arts thrive along with spirituality, philosophy and festivals. The Prime Minister expressed happiness that Thrissur is keeping its heritage and identity alive and Sree Seetharama Swamy Temple is working as a vibrant center in this direction.
The Prime Minister conveyed his happiness on expansion of the temple and noted that a gold plated Garbha Grih is being dedicated to Lord Sree Seetharama and Lord Ayyappa and Lord Shiva. He also praised the installation of 55 feet Lord Hanuman statue and greeted everyone for Kumbhabhishekam.
Lauding the contribution of the Kalyan family and Shri T S Kalyanraman and recalling his earlier meeting and discussion about the temple, the Prime Minister expressed the feeling of spiritual joy that he was feeling on the occasion.
The Prime Minister remarked that Thrissur and Sree Seetharama Swamy Temple are not only the pinnacle of faith, they are also the reflection of the consciousness and soul of India. Shri Modi recalled the period of invasion during the medieval period. As these invaders were destroying the temples, the Prime Minister said, they were oblivious that though India is visible in the symbols but it lives in its knowledge and thought. India lives in its quest for the eternal, he added. “India’s soul has been proclaiming its immortality in the form of Sree Seetharama Swamy and Bhagwan Ayyappa. “These temples from those times declare that the idea of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' is an immortal idea of thousands of years. Today, in the golden age of independence, we are taking this idea forward by taking a pledge to be proud of our heritage”, he said.
“Our temples and pilgrimages have been symbols of the values and prosperity of our society for centuries”, the Prime Minister said as he expressed delight that Sree Seetharama Swamy Temple is preserving the grandeur and splendor of ancient India. Highlighting the many public welfare programs that are run through this temple, the Prime Minister said that a system is in place where the resources received from the society are returned as service. He urged the temple committee to add more resolutions of the country to these efforts, be it Shri Anna Abhiyan, Swachhta Abhiyan or public awareness towards natural farming. Concluding the address, the Prime Minister expressed belief that the blessings of Shri Sree Seetharama Swamy ji will be showered upon everyone as the work to realize the goals and resolutions of the country continues.
Prime Minister's Office
PM celebrates Raksha Bandhan with youngsters at his residence in New Delhi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has celebrated Raksha Bandhan with youngsters at his residence in New Delhi.
The Prime Minister shares glimpses of the celebration in a tweet and said that;
"A very special Raksha Bandhan with these youngsters..."
Ministry of Defence
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan is a people’s campaign inspired by patriotism: Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Shripad Naik
Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Shripad Naik has said, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, a drive to make India clean,is a people’s movement inspired by patriotism. He was addressing the All India ‘Swachhta’Bicycle Rally organised by the National Cadet Corps to commemorate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi in here today. Quoting the Father of the Nation’s ideal of‘Cleanliness is Godliness’ Shri Shripad Naik said, “Cleanliness makes us – mentally, physically, socially and intellectually healthy; to summarise, it’s for our wellbeing.”
Raksha Rajya Mantri praised the participation of the NCC cadets in the Swachhta cleanliness drive. He said NCC has made immense contribution by taking part in various development activities like Digital Literacy, International Yoga Day, Jal Shakti Abhiyaan and drives on sensitive themes like drugs, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, waste management and environment protection. Raksha Rajya Mantri also lauded the contribution of NCC cadets in recent disasters including Cyclone Fani in Odisha and floods in Bihar, Kerala, Karnataka & Maharashtra.
Director General NCC Lieutenant General Rajeev Chopra and senior NCC officers were also present at the event held at India Gate.
The All India NCC bicycle rally commenced on August 10, 2019 from various parts of the country – Guwahati, Kolkata, Puducherry, Thiruvananthapuram, Panaji & Jammu in a coordinated manner. It will culminate at India Gate, New Delhi on September 28, 2019. The rally has covered a distance of 7,800 kilometres passing through 28 States and Union Territories. The NCC Cadets conducted mass awareness campaigns in villages, slums, schools/colleges, hospitals and other public places.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Moong Dal reported a drop of 3.86 % in All India Average Retail Price
Centre’s initiatives lead to decline in prices of pulses
Centre allows import of Tur, Urad, and Moong under ‘Free category’ w.e.f May 15, 2021 to, ensure smooth and seamless imports
The Government has taken several proactive and pre-emptive measures to augment domestic availability and stabilize prices of essential food commodities. It is because of these measures that the price of Moong Dal reported a sharp decline.
As per the official statistics of the Department of Consumer Affairs , the All India Average Retail Price of Moong Dal as reported on 28.02.2022 is Rs. 102.36 per kilogram, which was Rs. 106.47 per kilogram on 28.02.2021, a drop of 3.86 %.
In May 2021 advisories were issued to States/UTs to monitor prices of essential food commodities and to ensure disclosure of pulses stocks held by millers, importers, and traders under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955. Imposition of stock limit on all pulses except Moong was notified on 02.07.2021. Thereafter, an amended order was issued on 19.07.2021 imposing stock limits on four pulses, namely, Tur, Urad, Masur, Chana for a period up to 31.10.2021.
To improve availability and stabilize prices of pulses, the Government has allowed the import of Tur, Urad, and Moong under the ‘Free category’ w.e.f May 15, 2021, till October 31, 2021, in order to ensure smooth and seamless imports. The Free regime in respect of import of Tur and Urad was thereafter extended till March 31, 2022. This policy measure has been supported with facilitation measures and close monitoring of its implementation by the concerned Departments/organization. The import policy measures have resulted in a substantial increase in import of Tur, Urad, and Moong as compared to the corresponding period for the past two years.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Ashi Chouksey on winning the Bronze Medal in 50m Rifle 3 Positions Women’s Shooting
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated shooter Ashi Chouksey on winning the Bronze Medal in 50 m Rifle 3 Positions Women’s Shooting at Asian Games.
The Prime Minister posted on X;
“Congratulations to the phenomenal Ashi Chouksey on winning the Bronze Medal in 50m Rifle 3 Positions Women’s Shooting!
She has demonstrated remarkable composure and dedication. May she continue to shine bright and inspire generations to come.”
Ministry of Finance
No COVID-related import consignment should face delay in clearance: CBIC
Mumbai, May 13, 2021
The Government of India is taking all necessary measures to facilitate speedy import of essential supplies as the nation fights against COVID-19. It is being ensured that no COVID-related consignment faces delay in clearance. Online systems are being used wherein 95% of COVID-related shipments are assessed by system and not by any officer. Even if the consignment is sent to Faceless Assessment System, the nodal officers try and ensure expeditious clearance. These and other policy measures to expedite and streamline essential imports were explained to trade, industry and media, at a webinar on 'Customs clearance of COVID-19 related Imports', held by the Mumbai Customs Division, under the Directorate General of Taxpayer Services, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs today. More than 400 stakeholders participated and cleared their doubts regarding the import and customs clearance processes.
CBIC informs that the process for application of Importer Exporter Code number has been made easy and online, while other procedures involved in customs clearance have been streamlined.
The webinar discussed latest notifications and duty exemptions related to customs clearance of Covid related imports. Adhoc exemption order applies only where the importer gets goods free of cost for free distribution. Other instances are not covered by the exemption order.
Maharashtra State Nodal Authority for Adhoc Exemption Order
CBIC has also been facilitating clearance, processing and delivery of COVID19 related emergency shipments. One can make use of their Mobility application for tracing clearance status of shipment.
https://eccsmobility.cbic.gov.in/eicimobility/import
An online grievance redressal form has been created  to seek details in a structured format and redress issues at the earliest. For general queries, the users may send an email through icegatehelpdesk@icegate.gov.in or call up toll free number 1800-3010-1000. The requests being received at Helpdesk will be closely monitored for early resolution.
The department has also set up a dedicated helpdesk to handle queries and grievances for COVID19 related equipment. Complete list of nodal officers across the country can be accessed here
https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/NodalOfficers&ClientRelationshipMangaersList_2111.pdf
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Ministry of Defence
Chief of Defence Staff visits Jaipur-based South Western Command
Chief of Defence Staff  General Anil Chauhan visited Jaipur-based South Western Command on June 23, 2023. He was received by General Officer Commanding-In-Chief, South Western Command Lieutenant General BS Raju. During the visit, the CDS interacted with the senior officers of the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. He also discussed the operational aspects related to the Command.
Addressing the officers, the CDS emphasised on the commitment of the Armed Forces towards strengthening the jointmanship, optimising resource allocation and creating an environment to highlight the importance of synergy and modernisation of the Armed Forces. He urged the soldiers to be Ready, Resurgent and Relevant in the current era and highlighted the crucial role of Aatmanirbharta in defence. He emphasised that soldiers must keep themselves up-to-date with the latest trends in information technology, emerging cyber threats and counter measures. He complimented the Command for its operational readiness and exhorted all ranks to continue to strive for excellence.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Status of Road Projects
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways is primarily responsible for development and maintenance of National Highways . 202 NH projects of length 6270 km of Rs 79,789 Crore are at implementation stage. 42 NH Projects of length 474 km of Rs. 10,992 Crore are at bidding stage and 11 NH projects of length 245 km of Rs. 3,816 Crore are at the stage of declaration of Appointed Date in the state of Maharashtra. These Projects have construction period ranging between 18-30 months from the appointed date.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the deaths in the building fire at Tardeo, Mumbai
Approves ex-gratia from PMNRF
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed sorrow on the deaths in the building fire at Tardeo in Mumbai. He conveyed condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for quick recovery of the injured.
He also approved ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF to be given to the next of kin of those who have lost their live. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000 each:
The Prime Minister Office tweeted:
"Saddened by the building fire at Tardeo in Mumbai. Condolences to the bereaved families and prayers with the injured for the speedy recovery: PM @narendramodi
An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who have lost their lives due to the building fire in Tardeo, Mumbai. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000 each: PM @narendramodi"
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
MSP Operations during Kharif Marketing Season 2020-21
In the ongoing Kharif Marketing Season  2020-21, Government continues to procure Kharif 2020-21 crops at its MSP from farmers as per its existing MSP Schemes.
Paddy procurement for Kharif 2020-21 is continuing smoothly in the procuring States & UTs of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Odisha, Madhya Pardesh, Maharashtra and Bihar with purchase of over 362.31 LMTs of paddy up to 09.12.2020 against the last year corresponding purchase of 298.79 LMT showing an increase of 21.25 % over last year. Out of the total purchase of 362.31 LMT, Punjab alone has contributed 202.77 LMT which is 55.96% of total procurement.
About 38.62 Lac farmers have already been benefitted from the ongoing KMS procurement Operations with MSP value of Rs. 68405.39 Crore.
Further, based on the proposal from the States, approval was accorded for procurement of 48.11 LMT of Pulse and Oilseeds of Kharif Marketing Season 2020 for the States of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Gujarat, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh under Price Support Scheme. Further, sanction for procurement of 1.23 LMT of Copra  for the States of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala was also given. For other States/UTs, approval will also be accorded on receipt of proposals for procurement of Pulses, Oilseeds and Copra under PSS so that procurement of FAQ grade of these crops can be made at notified MSP for the year 2020-21 directly from the registered farmers, if the market rate goes below MSP during the notified harvesting period in the respective States/UTs by the Central Nodal Agencies through State nominated procuring agencies.
Upto 09.12.2020, the Government through its Nodal Agencies has procured 148883.39 MT of Moong, Urad, Groundnut Pods and Soyabean having MSP value of Rs.799.99 Crores benefitting 84178 farmers in Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana and Rajasthan.
Similarly, 5089 MT of copra  having MSP value of Rs.52.40 crore has been procured benefitting 3961 farmers in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu upto 09.12.2020 as against the last year corresponding purchase of 293.34 MT of copra. In respect of Copra and Urad, rates are ruling above MSP in most of the major producing States. The respective State/UTs Governments are making necessary arrangements for commencement of procurement from the date as decided by the respective States based on the arrivals in respect of Kharif Pulses and Oilseeds.
Procurement operations of seed cotton  under MSP are going on smoothly in the States of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Karnataka. Till 09.12.2020 a quantity of 4357242 cotton bales valuing Rs.12750.42 Crore has been procured benefitting 846583 farmers.